DDCA Refers Delhi Premier League Corruption Claims to Authorities
The short version
- DDCA called the DPL corruption allegations unverified in a September 22 statement.
- The association has written to the relevant authorities requesting a formal examination.
- DDCA says it will cooperate fully with any inquiry and act on official findings.
- The 2026 DPL ran July 31 to August 30 with eight teams; South Delhi Super Starz beat Central Delhi Kings in the final.
The Delhi & District Cricket Association says media allegations of corruption in the DPL remain unproven and has asked the proper authorities to review the matter.
The Delhi & District Cricket Association responded on Tuesday, September 22, to media accounts raising corruption concerns around the Delhi Premier League. In a statement, the governing body described the claims as unverified and said no competent authority has established them.
According to DDCA, forming judgments about any player, individual, or franchise on the basis of these allegations alone would be premature. The association added that it has passed along the information it received to the relevant authorities and asked that it be reviewed through proper official channels.
The statement also reiterated the DDCA's zero-tolerance stance on anything that could harm cricket's integrity. It promised full cooperation with any investigation and said any measures would follow the findings of the proper authorities and the governing rules.
The association emphasized the need to separate accusations from proven facts and to let due process run its course, saying it remains dedicated to protecting the sport's standing in Delhi.
The 2026 Delhi Premier League ran from July 31 through August 30 with eight franchises taking part. South Delhi Super Starz won the title by beating Central Delhi Kings in the final.
Written by the Matchday Live desk from reporting by Yahoo Sports.
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